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East Buffalo Conservation Mitigation Easement

Written by Michael Scisco | Feb 5, 2024 3:53:22 PM

Total Acres

254.85

Project Year

2020

 
Located in the Little Tennessee River Basin of Graham NC

The East Buffalo Conservation Mitigation Easement, located in a mountainous region near Robbinsville, NC, has unique features that conserve crucial habitat and provide ecological uplift. One section of the Easement Property is restored wetland and stream systems planted with native vegetation to conserve and protect the natural ecosystem.

The other section of the Easement Property preserves mature forest with pristine cold water streams and diverse community types that are crucial to the support of biodiversity in the area.

 

Mitigation Partner

Our Role

Conservation Easement Grantee

Mitigation Type

Stream Restoration & Enhancement

About the Author

Michael brings nearly 20 years of experience to his role as Conservation Director at Unique Places to Save. He has worked to conserve over 200,000 acres across the U.S. while securing over $200M in funding and transacting $500M in land and other real estate.

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We are a trusted non-profit partner for mitigation banks seeking high-quality conservation projects

 

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